Connection without confusion

May 2010 Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors

In building automation, both DALI capable lighting fixtures and electronic ballasts are increasingly being used to implement individual light control applications. In order to connect two pole DALI control lines in a convenient way, plugs and sockets, including snap in and T-distribution connectors for branching applications, as well as cable assemblies, have been added to Wago’s WINSTA MINI series.

Colour and mechanical coding prevents any confusion between the different types of connectors. The conductors can be connected via CAGE CLAMP S in a convenient and reliable way. DALI capable components have the special benefit of dimming lights from a central location or of implementing a daylight dependent control system.

For more information contact Chris Huxham, Shorrock Automation, +27 (0)12 345 4449, [email protected], www.shorrock.co.za

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